Assistant or Associate Professor of Industrial Engineering

South Dakota Mines, United States

Updated: 2 days ago
Location: Rapid City, SOUTH DAKOTA
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Institution South Dakota Mines
Working Title Assistant or Associate Professor of Industrial Engineering
Posting Number F01321P
Department SDSMT-Industrial Engineering
Physical Location of Position (City) Rapid City
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The South Dakota School of Mines & Technology invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor position in Industrial Engineering. This is a full-time, benefited, 9-month, tenure-track position with an anticipated start date of August 2024. Rank is dependent on qualifications and the record of the candidate. Outstanding candidates will be considered for a limited term appointment as the Endowed Pietz Professor of Industrial Engineering.
 
The successful applicant must have an earned doctorate in Industrial Engineering or a related field. Candidates with specialties in all areas of Industrial Engineering are encouraged to apply. The Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management graduate and undergraduate programs at South Dakota Mines have an established reputation for outstanding teaching and instruction. The new faculty member will be expected to excel at teaching undergraduate and graduate courses including online-distance courses. In addition, our department is focused on expanding graduate-level research. A successful candidate will be expected to initiate and sustain a nationally recognized, externally funded research program.
 
The Industrial Engineering Department has grown substantially over the past 10 years and currently serves approximately 150 undergraduate and 50 graduate students. The department offers an ABET accredited B.S. degree in Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management, an online M.S. degree in Engineering Management and an on-campus MS degree in Industrial Engineering. In addition, our faculty participate in multidisciplinary Ph.D. programs in Data Science and Engineering and Biomedical Engineering. For more information regarding the Industrial Engineering Department visit http://ie.sdsmt.edu .
 
South Dakota Mines is a best-in-class STEM university that offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees located in Rapid City, the state’s second largest city with a MSA population of over 158,000. With 226 days of sunshine, 1.2 million acres of breathtaking scenery of the Black Hills National Forest, 700 miles of motorized trails and nearly 500 miles of hiking trails, there is a lot to see and do. People from around the world come here each year to see top attractions like Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Crazy Horse Memorial, Badlands National Park, Terry Peak Ski Area, and Reptile Gardens. There’s something for everybody!
 
At Mines, our vision is to develop world-class leaders in science and engineering to benefit society through education, innovation, and engagement. Nearly 2,500 students from every state and over 40 countries are represented on our campus. Mines is an affordable option with a great return on investment. 
 
Known for our academic rigor, we maintain an average class size of 24 and our students benefit from immersive learning experiences including undergraduate research, co-ops/internships, and nationally competitive engineering teams. These experiences make graduates highly sought after by industry and attributes to high starting salaries and 98% placement rate in the field of study.
 
Research at Mines encompasses four main areas: energy and environment; materials and manufacturing; STEM education; and underground science and engineering. Entrepreneurship is highly valued and programming assists students and faculty to engage in entrepreneurial activities and transition scientific and technological innovations into viable products and business startups.
 
South Dakota Mines is committed to recruiting and retaining a talented workforce and offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage options for employees, spouses and dependents; retirement plans; paid holidays; and a generous vacation and sick day allowance. Individuals interested in this position must apply online at https://www.sdsmt.edu/employment/. Human Resources can provide accommodation to the online application process and may be reached at (605) 394-1203. Review of applications will begin November 3, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled. Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
Posting Date 10/04/2023
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Open Until Filled Yes
First Consideration Date 11/03/2023
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Duration of the Term 9 months
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Appointment Percent 100
Tenure Status Tenure Track
Proposed Rank Assistant Professor
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Appointment Type Regular
Scope of Search External (includes Internal)
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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
South Dakota Mines does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identification, transgender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status in employment or the provision of service. 
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